UNIBEN Reschedules Matriculation and Orientation to January 2026

The University of Benin (UNIBEN) has announced a rescheduling of the matriculation ceremony and orientation programme for the 2025/2026 academic session. The adjustment was communicated through an official circular issued by Registrar Ademola A. Bobola on December 15, 2025.

New Dates for Matriculation and Orientation

The university administration has moved both events from December 2025 to January 2026:

• Orientation Programme: Now scheduled for Monday, January 26, 2026 (originally December 17, 2025)
• Matriculation Ceremony: Now scheduled for Wednesday, January 28, 2026 (originally December 19, 2025)

Reasons for the Rescheduling

According to the circular approved by Vice-Chancellor Professor Edoba B. Omoregie, SAN, on behalf of the Senate, two main factors necessitated the postponement:

• A substantial number of newly admitted students have not yet completed their clearance processes
• The festive period filling the remainder of 2025 makes it impractical to hold such important events

Academic Activities Continue Uninterrupted

Despite the postponement of orientation and matriculation, UNIBEN has confirmed that academic activities will proceed as planned. The 2025/2026 academic session commenced on November 10, 2025 as originally scheduled, and lectures across all departments are continuing according to the approved timetable.

Important Notice for Freshers

All newly admitted students who have not completed their clearance should do so before the rescheduled dates. The university has directed all stakeholders including Deans, Directors, staff, students, parents, and guardians to take note of this adjustment for compliance.

For updates on UNIBEN admission and registration processes, visit the UNIBEN official website.